1996 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Bonneville | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |